Janata Dal (United) has welcomed the decision by the Union Cabinet to adopt the high-level panel’s recommendations for simultaneous elections. It said that this measure would eliminate the need for frequent polls, reduce the financial burden on the public exchequer, and ensure continuity in policy-making.
Talking about ‘One nation, One election’, JD(U) national spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan Prasad stated that it would have long-term consequences and bring comprehensive benefits to the country. He added that the move will also help boost polling. ‘One Nation, One Election’ was recommended by a committee headed by former president Ram Nath Kovind.
The JD(U) is one of the parties that have supported the idea of simultaneous elections. All BJP allies, including the Telugu Desam Party and the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), have in principle endorsed the concept, which was also part of the BJP’s manifesto for the recent Lok Sabha elections.
The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the committee’s recommendations in a meeting earlier today.
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw emphasised the need for a thorough discussion on the matter and stated that the government would work to build a consensus, despite strong opposition from opposition parties.
(With PTI inputs)